The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office Dec. 26, 2025, to Jan. 1, 2026.
The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office Dec. 26, 2025, to Jan. 1, 2026.
DECEASED
Dec. 31
8:54 p.m., Warren Court, Bainbridge. “There is a dead man in the basement.” He was a contract worker. Wife called looking for him. Staff went looking for him and found him deceased in the basement. Someone will guide resources in upon arrival. Caller does not know what is going on. She was told to call for help. When asked if she is sure he’s dead, she said she didn’t know.
CITIZEN DISPUTE
Dec. 30
3:47 p.m, Aquilla Road, Claridon. Uber driver is upset that a customer is making threats to cancel his order. She has requested that a deputy respond with her to the location so “She isn’t killed by the man when she arrives.” Suggested cancelling the order if she is fearful, she was irate because then she would lose money. Uber driver became irate and disconnected with dispatch, saying “I hope I don’t get killed.” Unable to locate caller.
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Dec. 30
2:07 p.m., Robin Wood, Auburn. Contacted Auburn Township Road Department about a stop sign that he hit on Robin Wood. Was under the impression that Auburn Township will pay for damages to his vehicle. Was advised by Auburn that they will not pay for damage. Auburn Road Department stated that they are going to replace the sign and do not need a report, just documentation of the incident.
SUSPICIOUS
Dec. 30
5:10 a.m., Terrace Drive, Middlefield. Front screen door was open and there are large footprints around the house. Possibly two sets of footprints, came from the roadway and went to the backyard. Walked back and forth multiple times. Dad is heading over, will meet with deputy. Caller went to work and noticed it on her way out. Footprints located in the snow. Area canvassed, nothing further found.
Jan. 1
4:53 p.m., Auburn Road, Munson. Car drove down the driveway and came up to the house. There are foot prints that come to the front window and go around the house. Did not leave any packages. Happened about 10 minutes ago. White SUV unknown direction of travel. Caller thinks the person may have put something in the mailbox however they are not expecting any packages. He did not check the mailbox. Someone was chasing their dog, there is also dog prints the caller didn’t see either. No need for a deputy, all is well.
